Sam Franklin Suspended One Game by NFL, Plans Appeal
Buffalo Bills defensive back Sam Franklin received a one-game suspension from the NFL for allegedly spitting at an opponent during a recent game. Franklin denies the allegation and intends to appeal the suspension.
Minot Bismarck Dickinson, ND, October 21, 2026 —
Buffalo Bills defensive back Sam Franklin received a one-game suspension from the NFL over an allegation that he spat at an opponent during a recent game. Franklin denies the allegation and intends to appeal the suspension, according to the information available.
The account does not identify the opponent or specify when or where the game took place. It also does not provide details about the incident or say what evidence the NFL considered in issuing the suspension. The NFL’s explanation for the decision was not included.
Franklin’s stated intention to appeal means he is contesting the suspension, but the information provided does not establish whether an appeal has been formally filed or when it might be considered. No details were given about the appeal process or whether the suspension could change as a result.
The one-game penalty is the only disciplinary measure specified. The information does not say whether any additional action was taken, when the suspension would be served, or how the matter may affect Franklin’s participation in upcoming games. Those details remain unclear.
For now, the available account describes a disputed allegation and a suspension that Franklin intends to challenge. It does not include comments from the Bills, the alleged opponent or the league beyond the stated disciplinary action. Further details about the incident and the appeal were not provided.
Story summarized from the original created by JOHN WAWROW, Associated Press on www.kxnet.com, see more information here.
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